Shelter in place lifted as large gas leak in Madison is repaired

A shelter in place order that was affecting some residents in Madison on Sunday has been lifted as crews have repaired the large gas leak.

Firefighter said a tree came down and brought down power lines, causing damage to a large nearby gas main.

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Multiple homes in the area of Overbrook Road between Opening Hill Road and Colonial Road were without power.

Residents in the immediate area were asked to shelter in place as emergency crews worked to contain the leak.

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The leak has since been contained and repairs have been made.